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HD54 VNR

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

27,483 mi
Last recorded27,483 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD54 VNR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 27,483 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 22,689 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 22,567 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Jan 2024 22,567 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 22,505 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 22,406 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 22,227 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 21,759 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 20,805 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 19,621 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 18,439 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 18,113 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 17,943 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 17,711 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 16,575 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 15,422 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 14,501 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 13,224 miles

Both front tyres inner sidewalls signs of cracking.

N/S/R Tyre on 2mm-O/S/R Tyre on 3mm.

Pass 5 Jan 2009 10,146 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 8,261 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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HD54 VNR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 83,800 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HD54 VNR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HD54 VNR registered?

HD54 VNR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 January 2005.

Is HD54 VNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD54 VNR shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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